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"You rent your title, but you own your character..#Leadership is about... #compassion, #trust, #partnership, and inclusivity...#Believe in the #power of #diversity, #equity, and #inclusion... Our efforts will open doors, elevate underrepresented voices, and improve outcomes for everyone. It is now our turn to become those shoulders for the next generation." Thasunda Brown Duckett #congratulations #InspiredByYou #OnRepeat from the below post. Trending on #Investing: "🙋♀️ 47% of angel investors are women, a 39% increase since 2021. 🙋♀️ 46% of entrepreneurs seeking angel capital are women-owned, a 62% increase since 2021. We aren't waiting around for someone else to #PutaWomanOnIt. We're doing it ourselves. We're putting our #money to work funding the #innovation.... Women angels & founders are the future limited partners." Allison Byers h/t for tagging me here https://lnkd.in/eUFKaP78 "Female-founded #startups accounted for about 10-15% of all exits, which is significantly higher than their share of #VentureCapital funding (2-3%). Conclusion: #Investing more in female-led startups." Tony E. Kula https://lnkd.in/ei4-qfwy #InfluencedByYou Melissa Katrincic h/t for tagging me on your experience #fundraising post! +See Tony's post w/ the advice of Claudia Nassif: "How to support women who are fundraising" https://lnkd.in/efjnJnFc “Investment consultants, institutional investors, and public pension funds make investment decisions on behalf of beneficiaries who are mostly women and people of color. Why do they usually give w* men investors control of the #retirement savings of women and people of color, rather than giving it to women and people of color who look like most beneficiaries." Roy Swan https://lnkd.in/eFvFBfkS "Patriarchy is like any schoolyard bully. It’ll fold quickly if we stand up to it." Sam Plant #InspiredByYou #OnRepeat https://lnkd.in/euhY-BJs #Gratitude to all the #FreedomAdvocates who #CallitOut & #CallusIn to action! #Together we must #FloodtheFeed with this #narrative. #Talent is an asset class! #CheckYourBias #ThinkDifferent #InvestDifferent #data #business #economy #policy #Laws #finance #banking #assetmanagement #wealthmanagement #markets #philanthropy #strategy #money #cultureofmoney

The Vision of Success "To me, success is deeply personal and subjective," Amaka shares. "It is influenced by an individual's values, beliefs, and life experiences, encompassing personal fulfillment, individual well-being, and the pursuit of meaningful experiences." Her philosophy on success is rooted in the understanding that it is not a destination but a journey - an ongoing process of setting goals, taking action, learning from failures, and continuously striving for improvement. Read more on the special edition of “The 10 Most Influential Black Corporate Women to Watch in 2023” @cioviews.magazine 👇👇👇👇 https://bitly.ws/XnmU

In 2017, I hit a career crossroads, grappling with unmet aspirations despite my tireless efforts. I embarked on a journey to decode the success of Black women in the workplace despite systemic racism and sexism. This exploration was driven by a critical question: How were some Black women navigating, and even thriving, amidst systemic barriers? My journey to understanding and success unearthed 4 foundational pillars, insights too valuable not to share, and thus, the birth of my podcast, The Career Management Podcast For Black Women -Trill MBA Show Here's what I discovered: 1. Understanding Workplace Culture: Success begins with a deep dive into the operational dynamics of the workplace. Mastery over the intricacies of workplace dynamics is crucial. It's about knowing the players, their agendas, and how the game is played, ensuring you're not just a participant but a strategist. 2. Building Relationships Strategically: Identifying and connecting with the right people is crucial. Successful Black women cultivate relationships with advocates, sponsors, and cheerleaders who can open doors, drive their narrative, and champion their causes. 3. Driving the Perception of Confidence and Authenticity: Balancing perceived authenticity while adapting to corporate cultures is an art. It's about presenting yourself in a way that's true to who you are, yet palatable, resonant, and impactful within your professional environment. I call this "showing up as your most positive, happy self." 4. Asserting Your Value: It's not enough to be excellent; you must also ensure your contributions are recognized. Your work doesn't speak for itself! Successful Black women take ownership of their achievements and ensure their work doesn't go unnoticed. These pillars weren't handed down to me; they were hard-won lessons from a journey I had to navigate largely alone. My podcast is my love letter to Black women and my way of extending a hand back, providing guidance, inspiration, and support for Black women navigating their paths. It's more than a show; it's a movement towards empowerment and success, on our terms. #Empowerment #BlackWomenThriveInBusiness #CareerSuccess #StrategicNavigation #WomensHistoryMonth #TrillMBAShow #WeAllWeGot

Highlighting this for EVERY women. 👏 What caught me about this specific post is the focus on “we,” power. Yes, the word “we” holds all the power that is needed to break the glass wall. Ladies, you have more than enough power. Don’t let society tell you different, but you don’t have to do it alone. Making Millennium can be your “we.” This is a community by women, for women. Helping women find success and win in their careers! Make sure you check out our website- link in our bio. #womeninbusiness #womenempowerment #womenentrepreneurs #womenempoweringwomen

Following on from my previous post about McKinsey & Company's 'The State Of Women At Work' report (find it in my feed), another thing I'm sick to death of: companies illustrating every study of this nature and every corporate report with a photo of 'Black woman in executive position' to 'look diverse', when in the US today Black women represent just 1% of named executive officers ( USA TODAY 2023), and on McKinsey's own Global Shareholders Council of Bob Sternfels + 30 senior partners elected by their peers to serve three-year terms, there is not one Black woman: https://lnkd.in/eKFKVcaG Stop putting Black women on the cover of your public relations reports, and start hiring them, promoting them, valuing them, championing them, paying them, bonusing them, giving them equity and putting them on your leadership team and on your board instead.

Marketing is more than just strategy; it's a powerful tool that can break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and pave the way for underrepresented communities. The importance of diverse perspectives in marketing cannot be overstated – it's the key to authentic storytelling, genuine connections, and a more vibrant, inclusive marketplace. Here are three organizations helping Black marketing professionals #THRIVE: ⚫️ ADCOLOR Conference and Awards - an organization advocating for diversity and inclusion in the advertising, marketing, and media industries. They offer leadership development programs, workshops, and conferences that provide valuable insights, skills, and knowledge for Black professionals looking to advance in their careers and excel in their roles. ⚫️ ColorComm, Inc. - a community-driven organization dedicated to advancing Black women professionals in communications, marketing, and media. ColorComm creates a space for Black women to share experiences, exchange ideas, and find support. ⚫️ Three's a Crowd - a non-profit organization established in 2018, is making waves by offering resources and support to Black professionals in the marketing industry. Focused on a variety of fields, such as advertising, marketing, entertainment, production, fine arts, and entrepreneurship, Three’s a Crowd provides opportunities for networking, collaboration, mentorship, and professional development. We applauded their hard work and dedication to helping break down barriers in the industry!! 💚 #BlackMarketersDay #Marketing #AtlantaAgency #SocialMedia #GrowthMindset #Entrepreneurship

I don’t want to see another Black woman being celebrated as a trailblazer for being the first to obtain a C Suite executive role in healthcare in 2023. Referring to Black women “firsts” as “trailblazers” places emphasis on the "exceptionalism" of the individual. It suggests that only an extraordinary woman could have possibly beat out all the qualified men who went for the role and overcome all the obstacles and barriers that other women were not strong/resilient enough to overcome. Since this woman is SO extraordinary we are finally able to end our centuries long search for a Black woman deserving of this title. “Hooray!! You go girl!” The reality is there were likely many qualified Black women throughout history who possessed the leadership capability to be successful in the role, this is just the first one the organization has ALLOWED to do so. Who is asking why it’s 2023 and women are still traveling by horse drawn covered wagons on the Oregon trail trying to chart their course to a C Suite level role??? In 2023.. In healthcare an industry in which women make up the majority of the employee population. 👀 Instead of celebrating, organizations should be addressing the systems and structures that made it so difficult in the first place. Furthermore, If a trail has been blazed, the logical expectation is that others will follow that trail. If they don't, or if progress remains slow, then it's an indication that the systemic barriers remain and need to be addressed. Sooo exactly what is it that we are celebrating again??? I absolutely celebrate these women and their individual accomplishments. They are indeed phenomenal women with extraordinary leadership skills and business acumen. But trust and believe Sis, I’m celebrating your win whether you are the first or the fifteenth Black woman to make it to that position. 🎉🎉 At the same time we can’t let the celebration distract us from what is really at play. We must consistently continue questioning and challenging the systems and barriers that make such achievements noteworthy in the first place. This is how we bring much needed transformation to healthcare. Being the first is ok, but if there isn’t a second it doesn’t count. #liftingasweclimb2024 #blackwomenlead #healthcareleadership #womenleadership

This sentiment, expressed by the most successful and respected figure in the entertainment industry, spotlights a widespread issue. If someone of her stature experiences such challenges in the workplace, it underscores the magnitude of the problem for other professional Black women. Simply put, even Beyoncé deals with micro aggressions. While Beyoncé is seen addressing these interactions head-on, many Black women in similar situations feel restricted. They often have to mute or temper their reactions, fearing racial stereotypes like being seen as aggressive, threatening, angry or difficult. #DEI experts agree that companies should create policies and practices that actively combat these implicit biases. This should include fair treatment in all aspects of professional life, from hiring and promotions to everyday interactions and workplace culture. By doing so, companies can create an environment that not only enables individuals to thrive 🌱 and contribute to success but also minimizes unproductive and potentially harmful distractions. Networking groups designed for Black women serve as valuable spaces for sharing experiences, offering mentorship, and pushing for needed changes in the workplace. I highly recommend following Black Women in Asset Management (BWAM), National Association of Investment Companies (NAIC) Up Fellowship, as well as #WomenofColorinInvestments for more insights and resources. I'm curious to hear from other women – do you relate to Beyoncé's experience? Share your thoughts! 💬👩🏾💼👩🏿💼

"This workplace likability is all about transparency, the willingness to admit when you’re wrong, a commitment to excellence, authenticity and transformational leadership. This modern take on likability allows Black women like Seales to achieve professional success without compromising their identity — and I think we would all benefit from adopting this more enlightened approach. Because, like Seales, some of us are not your friends; we are women in a professional setting that was not designed with us in mind. We’re just trying to do well for ourselves and our community." I finally chime in on this conversation about likability and Black women in professional spaces in light of the recent Amanda Seales dust up, and I do so with a perspective gleaned from a study from Harvard Business Review that I write about in my latest book. Yes Please! 7 Ways to Say I'm Entitled to the C-Suite. Enjoy! ... and let me know your thoughts. https://lnkd.in/gizQFJTX